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Papers by Reuber Brandão

Biodiversity and Conservation, 2019

Studies on Neotropical Fauna and Environment

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The genus Leptodactylus consists of approximately 80 species distributed in four nominal groups (... more The genus Leptodactylus consists of approximately 80 species distributed in four nominal groups (Frost 2011). The fuscus group harbors approximately 30 small species with terrestrial nests, deposited in male built burrows on soft soils. Leptodactylus tapiti Sazima & Bokermann 1978 was described from Veadeiros, currently Alto Paraíso municipality, Goiás State, Brazil. The species is restricted to the region of Chapada dos Veadeiros (Frost 2011), where it occurs in areas of water-saturated soils associated with open fields (Sazima & Bokermann 1978). Since its original description, nothing was published about the species, and its advertisement call remains unknown. Herein, we describe its advertisement call

El Periplo Sustentable, Jun 1, 2016

Check List, 2010

We present a new locality record for Hypsiboas buriti, and review the previous records. The speci... more We present a new locality record for Hypsiboas buriti, and review the previous records. The species is foundassociated to permanent ponds at open physiognomies on the top of high plateaus (over 900 m a.s.l.) in Central Brazil.

A framework for biological zoning of protected areas

Zootaxa, 2009

Some species in the Phyllomedusa hypochondrialis species group have a reticulated pattern on the ... more Some species in the Phyllomedusa hypochondrialis species group have a reticulated pattern on the hidden parts of the flanks and limbs. These species are quite interesting given their characteristic distribution on mountain ranges, reproduction occurring in streams and rivulets, and by the surprising richness of the group. Four new species of Phyllomedusa were described in the last five years; three were species with reticulated pattern on flanks, endemic to restricted mountain ranges (Brandão 2002, Caramaschi et al., 2006, Giaretta et al., 2007). The most recently described species is Phyllomedusa araguari (Giaretta et al., 2007). However, some information reported in this description in relation to the original description of Phyllomedusa oreades (Brandão 2002) deserves further comments. Phyllomedusa araguari was described based on only three individuals and the authors stated that it can be easily distinguished from the very similar P. oreades by: 1) the presence of a reticulated ...

Zootaxa, 2007

A new toad, Rhinella cerradensis, is described, including its tadpole and the advertisement call.... more A new toad, Rhinella cerradensis, is described, including its tadpole and the advertisement call. The new species occupies Cerrado habitats in the Brazilian states of Piauí, Bahia, Goiás, Minas Gerais, and Distrito Federal. The species is characterized by its large size; absence of tibial glands; well developed cranial crests; short hands; sexually dimorphic coloration; and by the absence of a spiracle tube of the tadpole. The new species is included in the Rhinella marina group by the presence of a jagged suture formed by the articulation between the pterygoid medial ramus and the parasphenoid alae, as well as other shared morphological features. Morphological characters and statistical analyses inferred by morphometric feature suggest the existence of two subgroups of species within R. marina group. However, taxonomic rearrangements are not made here and await phylogenetic analysis.

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, Jan 15, 2017

Rapid adaptive changes can result from the drastic alterations humans impose on ecosystems. For e... more Rapid adaptive changes can result from the drastic alterations humans impose on ecosystems. For example, flooding large areas for hydroelectric dams converts mountaintops into islands and leaves surviving populations in a new environment. We report differences in morphology and diet of the termite-eating gecko Gymnodactylus amarali between five such newly created islands and five nearby mainland sites located in the Brazilian Cerrado, a biodiversity hotspot. Mean prey size and dietary prey-size breadth were larger on islands than mainlands, expected because four larger lizard species that also consume termites, but presumably prefer larger prey, went extinct on the islands. In addition, island populations had larger heads relative to their body length than mainland populations; larger heads are more suited to the larger prey taken, and disproportionately larger heads allow that functional advantage without an increase in energetic requirements resulting from larger body size. Parall...

Herpetological Review

There are few records of predation on aquatic snakes by invertebrates. Here we report a predation... more There are few records of predation on aquatic snakes by invertebrates. Here we report a predation event on a young Helicops angulatus by an aquatic ant-lion larva (Corydalidae) in Cavalcante Municipality, Goiás, Brazil (13.8122°S, 47.4342W, datum: SAD6984). At 2200 h on 10 October 2011, we found a neonate H. angulatus (CHUNB 67470; SVL = 114 mm) being seized and consumed by a large Corydalidae larvae (total length = 66 mm) under a submerged rock along the margins of São Bartolomeu river. The larva was holding the snake by the neck, while remaining attached to the underside of the rock. The larva held the snake motionless by seizing it with its limbs. When we lifted the rock, the larva released the snake, which attempted to swim away. The snake was collected alive, but subsequently died from a deep injury to its neck.

Répteis e anfíbios foram utilizados como organismos bio-indicadores para avaliar o grau de conser... more Répteis e anfíbios foram utilizados como organismos bio-indicadores para avaliar o grau de conservação dos habitats encontrados nas Reservas Extrativistas (RESEX) de Pedras Negras e Curralinho, onde se pretende explorar o turismo ecológico. Foram medidas a riqueza, a abundância relativa e a diversidade em 19 transectos, representando mata de terra firme, mata de igapó, baía, campina e praia. Foram listadas preliminarmente 50 espécies da herpetofauna para a região. O habitar mais rico e diverso foi a baía, que representa menos de 30% da paisagem. A região pode ser considerada um ecótono entre Amazônia e Cerrado, devido à presença de animais típicos da Floresta e de áreas abertas da América do Sul. A educação ambiental sobre herpetofauna na região é essencial para o aperfeiçoamento dos guias locais. _______________________________________________________________________________ ABSTRACTReptiles and amphibians were used as environmental indicators for the assessment of the conservation status of the habitats in the Extractive Reserves (RESEX) of Pedras Negras and Curralinho, Costa Marques, Rondonia State. Along 19 trails, the numbers of the species, abundance and diversity index were measured. These trails represent the natural habitats in the area. Fifty species were found. The most speciose and diverse habitatwas the bay, which represents less than 30% of the region. Due to the presence of species trem forest and open biomes, the area could be an ecotone between Amazonia and Cerrado. An environmental education program on amphibians and reptiles is essential for improving the knowledge of the local guides